(SOLD OUT) Advanced Scandinavian Bowl Carving

This class meets for 8 sessions on Wednesdays, January 14th through March 4th, from 6:30-9 pm each session.

Build your skills by carving small bowls in the Scandinavian green wood tradition, using fresh-cut wood, axes, and gouges. Over eight sessions, Paul Linden will guide students through the process of selecting raw materials, preparing blanks, shaping bowls with hand tools, and exploring various approaches to finishing. Appropriate tool selection, shop setup, sharpening, and design principles will also be discussed throughout class. By the end, students will have one or more small bowls, perfect for cereal, ice cream, and more.

Prerequisites:

Physical ability: Considerable hand strength and flexibility is required.

Skill level: This class is suitable for students who already have green woodcarving experience, such as taking several multi-day classes or previously carved spoons, bowls, or other green wood items and who are looking to increase their skills. Students may also wish to bring their own favorite carving tools.

Ages: Suitable for ages 16+.

Tools & Materials:

A $50 materials fee is payable to Paul at the beginning of class and covers all tools and materials for the entire course.